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Ford Trademarks “Mach 1” Name For 2015 Mustang

The legendary “Mach 1” name is set to return with the sixth-generation Mustang, Ford Authority reports, adding that the Blue Oval is in the final stages of acquiring the trademark for the iconic nameplate.
2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 1 photo
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Our source says the “Mach 1” term has been filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office over a year ago, with current status at “First Extension - Granted”, which means Ford requested a delay for its Statement of Use.

There’s no word on when the new Mustang Mach 1 will arrive or what kind of performance it will boast, but Ford Authority speculates that this classic nameplate could replace the range-topping Shelby GT500 name, as Shelby American won’t be involved in the development of the next-generation pony.

The Mustang Mach 1 was introduced in 1969 as a V8-exclusive performance model until 1974, when it became an appearance package on the downsized Mustang II. The Mach 1 returned on the fourth-generation Mustang, being offered for the 2003-2004 model years.
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